What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Wabash Day Services position at Carey Services Inc?
Description
Job Posting: Direct Support Professional
Salary: $15/hour
Posting Date: April 16, 2025
Best Consideration Date: April 30, 2025
Offer Date: April 29, 2025
Start Date: May 5, 2025
Location: Wabash, IN
Who We Are:
At Carey Services, we are committed to empowering individuals to live their best lives. Through our community-based services, we strive to enhance the quality of life for those we serve by providing supportive environments and fostering growth in their personal and social development. We believe in creating inclusive communities where everyone is valued, respected, and able to contribute.
What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking compassionate, motivated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for both Part-Time and Full-Time positions at our Wabash, IN location. As a DSP, you will provide essential support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and personal growth. Your role includes assisting with daily living needs, managing medical care, and facilitating community involvement. You will be responsible for transporting individuals, supporting feeding (including G-Tube care), and maintaining medical devices such as colostomy bags, catheters, and tracheostomies as needed. Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided.
As a DSP in Wabash, You’ll Spend Your Days:
- Daily Living Support: Assisting with feeding, personal hygiene, and specialized medical care.
- Relationship Building: Developing trusting relationships with individuals served.
- Community Outings: Accompanying individuals on outings, helping them engage with the community.
- Life Skills Development: Crafts, games, exercise, and more.
- Transportation: Transporting individuals to and from facilities in compliance with safety regulations.
- Record Keeping: Maintaining timely and accurate records for billing, notes, and other documentation.
Why Work With Us:
- Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Competitive Wages, Career Growth Opportunities, Paid Training, Weekly Pay, PTO with Vesting, Paid Holidays, 403(b) Retirement Plan with Match, Tuition Assistance Program, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Make a tangible impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
- Inclusive Environment: Be part of a supportive, community-centered workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
Hiring Timeline:
- Application and Initial Review Period: April 16-23, 2025
- Phone Assessments: April 21-25, 2025
- Interviews: April 23-April 28, 2025
- Estimated Offer Date: April 29, 2025
- Estimated Start Date: May 5, 2025
Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred; a degree in human services is advantageous but not required.
- Experience: Experience with individuals with disabilities in an accredited setting preferred.
- Certification: Valid Driver’s License with agency insurability, and willingness to obtain CPR, First Aid, and medication administration training upon hire.
- Physical: Ability to stand for long periods, assist with lifting/transfers, and wear personal protective equipment.
On-the-job training will cover CPR, G-Tube, colostomy, catheter, and tracheostomy care.
Salary : $15
